Human Resources Generalist

Job Description Job Description STAR PIPE PRODUCTS (Location Zip Code: 77082) MUST BE BILINGUAL: Proficient in Spanish and English Summary The Human Resources Generalist assists the Human Resources department with a number of functions including processing heavy focus on Payroll, benefits elections, managing the open enrollments process, writing job descriptions, developing procedures and policies, handling employee concerns, Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting, Data entry and other human resources functions. The Human Resources Generalist will work very closely with the Human Resources Manager & Director both in a strong partnership to complete projects together and by providing administrative assistance when assigned. Essential Functions Completes payroll, human resources administrative tasks, and generalist’s duties. Manages benefits, new hire on boarding, and terminations. Creates and revises HR policies and forms. Completes human resources initiatives and projects. Duties and Responsibilities Manages benefits including health, dental, life, Aflac, 401k, and FMLA. Acts as a liaison between the employee, benefit broker, and carrier to resolve any claims issues and answer benefit questions. Manages benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations; manages the benefits open enrollment process; communicates benefit information to employees; reviews benefit bills for accuracy and corrects any discrepancies. Assists in recruitment processes including preparing job postings, interview scheduling, and applicant record maintenance. Assists in the new hire orientation and on-boarding process. Develops and administers HR policies and procedures and revises the employee handbook in partnership with the HR Director. Administers human resources policies, plans, and procedures for all employees. Oversees all aspects of payroll management, processing, and auditing. Maintains the I-9, 401k, personnel, terminated employee, benefit, archive, and other HR files. Updates personnel information, enters changes, updates payroll deductions, and enters new hires in the HRIS payroll system. Maintains the payroll and HRIS database and compiles queries and reports. Provides training and assistance to employees on the HRIS system. Assists in the evaluation of new human resources tools, programs, and software packages, recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and compliance. Creates HR, benefit, and performance review forms using Adobe pdf software or other platforms available. Administers the performance review process, suggesting improvements when appropriate. Compiles data and reports on employee goals and training requests. Works with managers on performance reviews, training, and goals. Assists with the compensation program. Develops and revises job descriptions. Completes administrative duties including mailing Fed-ex packages and proof-reading documents. Manages the termination process including termination forms, benefits, COBRA, exit interviews, and responds to unemployment claims. Completes other HR generalist, compliance, and employee relations duties. Assists in filing the EEO-1 report annually; maintains database of EEO required information. Partners with and aids other departments on projects. Other duties as assigned. Education/Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or equivalent. 3-5 years human resources experience Preferred: Experience in Human Resources for the distribution or manufacturing industry Active or recent work experience in Human Resources Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, Etc.: Required: Excellent computer knowledge, HRIS, excel, must have writing, and verbal communication skills Knowledge of benefits, human resources practices, and employment laws including insurance regulations, ADA, Anti-Discrimination Laws, COBRA, FLSA, and FMLA Strong analytical and problem solving skills Able to work well independently Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills Strong sense of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality Strong attention to detail, but also with the ability to see the big picture and consider long-term outcomes in decision making #J-18808-Ljbffr